A study by the Royal College of Music reveals employers value music for skill development. The survey included 2,000 UK adults and 302 business leaders. Business leaders ranked music first in five of seven competency areas like creativity, innovation, teamwork, adaptability, communication, and time management.
Ten out of ten business leaders noted music aids concentration, while seven out of ten believe music-based wellbeing initiatives benefit staff. School music access faces pressure despite employer recognition of music’s value. Parents are less likely to encourage children to study music than business leaders.
Nearly half of British adults view music as the UK’s greatest export. Both public and business leaders ranked music as the most effective way to unite people. High-quality music education enables children to collaborate, solve problems, and build confidence. The research supports sustained investment and cross-sector partnership in music education. Music education supports personal development and helps build the creative workforce employers need.
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